Youth Development Counselor, 21st Century Learning Center

2 days ago

Providence, Rhode Island, United States Federal Hill House Association Full time

About Us

Federal Hill House (FHH) is a nonprofit in Providence, RI, whose mission is to help our neighbors thrive at every stage of life. Our programs include early learning, school-age afterschool and summer programs, youth employment, family supports, a food pantry, senior services, and more.

FHH is a proud provider of 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) programs, offering high-quality out-of-school-time enrichment that supports academic achievement, social-emotional development, and family engagement. Our elementary afterschool program provides engaging learning experiences, homework support, enrichment activities, and opportunities for family and community involvement.

Job Description Overview:

School Age Staff serve as Youth Development Counselors who work with elementary age students during the school year. We are hiring 21st CCLC Youth Development Counselors at our local Providence elementary schools (Asa Messer & Harry Kizirian Elementary School) for a shift of 3pm-6pm. They will develop positive relationships that encourage school engagement; plan and lead enrichment programming; and offer academic support as needed. They will report to the site coordinator.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety

  • Actively supervise children to ensure safety at all times
  • Follow DHS licensing regulations and RIPQA protocols
  • Maintain a safe and clean environment at all times
  • Create positive, productive program environment utilizing positive and preventative classroom management techniques and responding to the developmental needs of children
  • Support afternoon snacks, ensuring compliance with menu and meal protocols

Classroom Support

  • Assist with lesson plans and provide materials that reflect children's academic goals
  • Encourage exploration, creativity, and positive social interaction
  • Help maintain consistent routines and after school structure
  • Create an environment that welcomes family participation

Teamwork & Professionalism

  • Under direction of site coordinator, interact with school faculty to support academic goals of enrolled children
  • Maintain effective interaction with colleagues, children and parents
  • Report concerns to supervisors in a timely manner
  • Participate in weekly staff meetings, professional development, and family engagement events
  • Uphold FHH's mission, policies, and child protection standards

Requirements:

  • At least 18 years of age
  • High School Diploma Required
  • Experience working with school age children
  • Excellent relationship building skills
  • Positive group management skills
  • Love for children and belief that all children have the ability to thrive in a supportive, structured environment
  • Ability to support children academically
  • Ability to communicate effectively with families
  • Reliability and professionalism
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development
  • Ability to clear all required background checks
  • Spanish speaking a plus

Federal Hill House is committed to its diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.' Federal Hill House requires employees to have received full dose(s) of COVID-19 vaccine.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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